Truck Driver CDL A Regional

Ryder•Aurora, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Class A CDL truck driver for regional routes in Colorado. The driver delivers freight solo using a day-cab tractor, a 30-foot pup trailer, and a 26-foot straight truck. Freight consists of pet food and involves heavy touch. Equipment includes a hand truck, lift gate, and manual pallet jack; Ryder provides training on the equipment needed for the role. Drivers operate well-maintained trucks that are 36 months old or newer, with 24/7 roadside maintenance and fueling available at more than 800 nationwide maintenance locations. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a 5:00 a.m. start and approximately 40–45 hours per week. Routes include one to two overnight stays in a Ryder-booked hotel. Pay is $31.40 per hour, with weekly pay and $40 per night in per diem; the posting advertises earnings of $1,531 or more per week. The position offers medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; paid time off accrual starting on the first day; uniforms, cell phone, and boot allowances; a 401(k) rollover option and company match after one year; paid maternity leave subject to eligibility criteria; and employee discounts. Drivers make safety decisions and are supported by Ryder during their careers.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Pass a Ryder drug test, background check, and motor vehicle check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Pass a DOT physical and Ryder road test.
Provide the appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position.
Have verifiable Class A experience in a tractor-trailer or comparable vehicle: 9 months within the past 3 years, or 2 years within the last 5 years, or 5 years within the last 10 years.
Be able to follow written and/or oral instructions.
Be able to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
Detect and eliminate or minimize safety hazards.
Maintain accurate records and logs.
Load and unload freight, or assist with loading and unloading when required by the customer.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
Paid time off accrual starting on Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year
Uniform allowance
Cell phone allowance
Boot allowance
401(k) rollover available and company match after one year
12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to eligibility criteria including work tenure
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more
$40 per night in per diem for overnight routes
Weekly pay